Alumni Giving – Preserve the Legacy

Once a dancer, but always part of the Charlotte Youth Ballet (CYB) family.

We invite our alumni to join us in honoring our founder and Artistic Director Emeritus, Ms. Gay Porter, as she celebrates her 91st birthday this December. Her passion, artistry, and dedication to ballet have shaped countless dancers’ lives.

Become a Patron

While providing the community with exceptional professional performances each year, CYB continues to give emerging talented dancers the opportunity to learn and grow alongside professional ballet troupes from around the world. These experiences last a lifetime and develop a lifelong love of the arts.

By supporting CYB, you preserve the legacy for these young dancers and the Charlotte community for years to come. See Patron Giving levels and make your contribution using the form below.

The $91 Birthday Tribute

In celebration of Ms. Porter’s 91 years, we invite alumni to make a gift of $91 in 2025. Your contribution will:

Support CYB’s mission to inspire, educate, and connect our community through the art of ballet.
Help sustain scholarships, production costs, and outreach programs.
Be recognized with your name proudly listed in the Nutcracker and Spring Show playbills on an Alumni Giving page.

Why Give?

Your time on the CYB stage was more than a performance—it was part of a living tradition in Charlotte. Alumni giving ensures that the next generation of dancers can step into the same spotlight you once did, carrying forward the artistry and joy that CYB has brought to the stage for 44 years.

How to Donate

Make your Patron donation or $91 contribution online today and join your fellow alumni in Preserving the Legacy.